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Pavlova Cookie

A light and airy meringue cookie topped with whipped cream and fresh fruits, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Australian, New Zealand
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Meringue Base
  • 4 large egg whites at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar superfine sugar preferred
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch for stability
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar to enhance texture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
  • 1 cup heavy cream for whipping
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for sweetening cream
  • 1 cup mixed fresh fruits such as strawberries, kiwi, and blueberries

Method
 

Prepare Meringue
  1. Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
  3. Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold in the cornstarch, vinegar, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  5. Spoon the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming 4 individual rounds.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours, then turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside for an hour.
Assemble Pavlova
  1. In a clean bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  2. Once the meringues are completely cool, top each with whipped cream and arrange mixed fresh fruits on top.
  3. Serve immediately and enjoy your pavlova cookies!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain texture.

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